Coffee trash is a leading organic by-product of the beverage industry, and its inadequate disposal raises environmental issues. Recycling coffee grounds into fire starters offers a sustainable alternative to conventional fuels while minimizing waste generation. This study presents the design and analysis of a coffee waste fire starter machine that integrates pressing and oven drying processes. The focus of the research is on the influence of fire starter thickness, compactness, and drying conditions on product quality and performance. The fire starters were produced using a mixture of coffee waste, shredded paper, and sawdust, chosen for their binding ability and combustibility. The research examines the impact of fire starter thickness, density, and drying conditions on product quality. The machine is composed of two main sections which are a pressing chamber that compacts and shapes the mixture, and an oven unit that removes excess moisture to improve durability and burning efficiency. The methodology included preparing several of fire starters thickness, varying the weight of the mixtures to determine compactness, and subjecting the samples to controlled oven drying. Results indicate that reduced thickness and suitable compactness improved drying rate, minimized cracks, and enhanced structural integrity. Furthermore, oven drying significantly lowered the moisture content, leading to better ignition and more consistent burning. In conclusion, the developed coffee waste fire starter apparatus demonstrates that the combination of pressing and drying phases effectively converts coffee waste into efficient, environmentally sustainable fire starters, thereby promoting energy sustainability and enhancing waste management efforts.